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Published Date: June 22, 2026

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The World Cup’s biggest winner so far? Prediction markets, where a $5.4 billion betting frenzy has shattered previous records

What began as a quirky corner of finance is quickly becoming another default app on fans’ phones during one of the world’s biggest sporting events.

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What began as a quirky corner of finance is quickly becoming another default app on fans’ phones during one of the world’s biggest sporting events.

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